SP25 Diana Toma’s Painting with Watercolor
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Date/Time:
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Tue 4/15/2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
This class continues on: Tue 4/22/2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Tue 4/29/2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Tue 5/6/2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Tue 5/13/2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Tue 5/20/2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Location:
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Abernathy Arts Center
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Class Price:
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$250.00
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Notes:
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Supply List: Art instructor: Diana Toma dianatoma@gmail.com • Watercolor Paper – 9 by 12” sized watercolor paper pad 140 lb. cold press and 100%cotton - Arches brand is the best • Watercolor Paints - student or artist grade watercolor paints, bring what you already have or purchase the “Paul Rubens Watercolor Paint Set Full Pan, 24 Vivid Colors” from Amazon • Watercolor Palette (any flat surface type pallet) • Watercolor brushes - we will be using Round Brushes (#12 pointy tip & a larger mop brush), and a Flat Brush (1/2” or 1”), bring what you already have or purchase Fuumuui 7Pcs Kolinsky Sable Brush Set on Amazon • A waterproof hardboard to hold your paper • Paper Towels (Viva are the best) • Masking Tape or Painter’s tape • Spray bottle • Water Container (a large plastic container) • Drawing Pencil #2B • Eraser • Magic eraser sponge (optional)
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Course Description:
Fall in love with watercolor by exploring the core principles of painting applied specifically to watercolor techniques. You will paint a variety of different subject matter at each class, such as florals, wildlife, landscapes, cityscapes, portraits & more, and finish a painting by the end of each session. Our instructor, award-winning professional artist Diana Toma, will demonstrate how to do it at each class and give you individual guidance as you progress with your artwork. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this class is designed to inspire and elevate your artistic skills to new heights.
Instructor Bio:
Diana Toma is an award-winning professional artist whose style blends traditional techniques applied in a contemporary manner. Holding a master’s degree in fine arts, she has been exhibiting her work since 1996, racking up participating in over a hundred international group exhibitions and 12 solo art shows. Her artworks have been featured in art magazines such Artist’s Magazine, American Artist, The Art of Watercolor, in 2024 being featured on the cover of The Best of Acrylic. An esteemed artist, Ms. Toma is often invited to represent the working artist on panel discussions, such as for the “TechsmARTs” at The Contemporary, “The business of art” at the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs in Atlanta, and judge art competitions, such as “Artists of Georgia Exhibit” at Carnegie Hall, the “Fine Art Annual Competition” at Arts Clayton Gallery, and more. In her free time Diana served as a chair and board member for the International Watercolor society, and Georgia Watercolor Society. Ms. Toma has been commissioned to create art for companies such as HBO, HGTV, USTA, RJTR and her artwork has been acquired to be displayed in public spaces, such as at the Fulton County’s libraries and commercial spaces throughout the Atlanta Metro Area. Diana Toma also teaches painting classes for adults. Her teaching approach focuses on fast, loose painting. Connect with her on social media @ArtByDianaToma

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